<p><strong>Honeymoon</strong></p>.<p><strong>Kannada web series/Voot</strong></p>.<p><strong>Writer: Nagabhushana</strong></p>.<p><strong>Cast: Nagabhushana and Sanjana Anand</strong></p>.<p>‘Honeymoon’ is a six-episode Kannada web series revolving around the theme of an arranged marriage in which the husband has to confront his wife’s past.</p>.<p>Playing the lead characters are Nagabhushana as Praveen, the husband; and Sanjana Anand as Tejashwini, the wife.</p>.<p>Commencing as a rom-com, the movie soon deceives the audience in stretching a simple narrative to a band of six episodes. The script reveals sensible writing, with a few good laughs here and there. But it fails to bring anything new to the table.</p>.<p>An old-fashioned arranged marriage introduces us to Praveen and Tejashwini, and the actual story begins when the two set out on their honeymoon to Kerala.</p>.<p>In time, the nature of the two characters is revealed, and we learn of the differences between the two.</p>.<p>In spite of the relatable narrative that ‘Honeymoon’ offers, it does not labour on giving a strong message to the audience.</p>.<p>In fact, it does the opposite, it simply narrates a situation and how a couple would react in that situation. Perhaps this lesser than serious tone is what distinguishes this series as a hearty watch.</p>.<p>The major point that the series touches upon is the notion of emotional compatibility over a physical compatibility.</p>.<p>In this context, the journey becomes more important than the destination.</p>.<p>Similarly, the misadventures that Praveen and Tejashwini encounter enroute to Kerala and during their stay together creates situations where the two get to know each other better. The narrative offers a transformation of the characters, and this is something that the audience could relate to. </p>.<p>With a few clichéd scenes, the series still stands afresh for the performances of the lead actors and a few guest appearances.</p>.<p>Nagabhushana, in particular, steals the attention for his effortless dialogue delivery and comic antics. </p>
<p><strong>Honeymoon</strong></p>.<p><strong>Kannada web series/Voot</strong></p>.<p><strong>Writer: Nagabhushana</strong></p>.<p><strong>Cast: Nagabhushana and Sanjana Anand</strong></p>.<p>‘Honeymoon’ is a six-episode Kannada web series revolving around the theme of an arranged marriage in which the husband has to confront his wife’s past.</p>.<p>Playing the lead characters are Nagabhushana as Praveen, the husband; and Sanjana Anand as Tejashwini, the wife.</p>.<p>Commencing as a rom-com, the movie soon deceives the audience in stretching a simple narrative to a band of six episodes. The script reveals sensible writing, with a few good laughs here and there. But it fails to bring anything new to the table.</p>.<p>An old-fashioned arranged marriage introduces us to Praveen and Tejashwini, and the actual story begins when the two set out on their honeymoon to Kerala.</p>.<p>In time, the nature of the two characters is revealed, and we learn of the differences between the two.</p>.<p>In spite of the relatable narrative that ‘Honeymoon’ offers, it does not labour on giving a strong message to the audience.</p>.<p>In fact, it does the opposite, it simply narrates a situation and how a couple would react in that situation. Perhaps this lesser than serious tone is what distinguishes this series as a hearty watch.</p>.<p>The major point that the series touches upon is the notion of emotional compatibility over a physical compatibility.</p>.<p>In this context, the journey becomes more important than the destination.</p>.<p>Similarly, the misadventures that Praveen and Tejashwini encounter enroute to Kerala and during their stay together creates situations where the two get to know each other better. The narrative offers a transformation of the characters, and this is something that the audience could relate to. </p>.<p>With a few clichéd scenes, the series still stands afresh for the performances of the lead actors and a few guest appearances.</p>.<p>Nagabhushana, in particular, steals the attention for his effortless dialogue delivery and comic antics. </p>
